WorldPingUniversal Music Group has promoted Frank Briegmann to Chairman & CEO, Universal Music Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Canada & Deutsche Grammophon.
He will continue to report to Lucian Grainge, Chairman & CEO of Universal Music Group.
Release schedules, box office and industry deals show where audience attention and studio money are moving next.
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Music Industry Moves: Frank Briegmann Gets a Big Up at Universal Music; Warner Mexico Promotes Yusim Aladro to GM
Ouster Rumors and a Tense Phone Call: Mike De Luca and Pam Abdy’s Final Weeks at Warners
Michael De Luca & Pamela Abdy: When They Are Leaving Warner Bros & What’s Next For Them
George Cheeks May Be Poised for Expanded TV Role at Skydance Post Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
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